A small fountain, a Roman square and a table that makes staying seem like the obvious decision. Osteria delle Coppelle draws much of its appeal from the piazza outside, giving lunch, aperitivo and dinner a setting that is easy to become attached to.

The kitchen works with Roman and Italian traditions, adding occasional creative variations and seasonal dishes. Asking about the daily specials is a good way to begin. This is a meal to assemble around the company, with the menu providing familiar points of reference while leaving room for something that belongs to the season.

Inside, the osteria setting continues the sense of conviviality. There is also a small intrigue: the venue invites guests to notice the wardrobe in the last room and discover what it conceals. That is enough of a suggestion to give the evening an extra subject of conversation without planning every part of it in advance.

Osteria delle Coppelle is an address for a Roman night that starts with a drink and happily grows into dinner. Ask for an outdoor table if the piazza is the attraction, and give yourself time to enjoy it. Some squares are best understood by staying seated and letting the evening happen around you.

Osteria delle Coppelle
Piazza delle Coppelle 54, 00186 Roma
Telephone: 06 45502826
Official website & reservations